Russian drones continued their assault on Kyiv for the second consecutive night, injuring four individuals and damaging various buildings, including a kindergarten, as Ukraine braces for winter amid ongoing conflict. Reports indicate that Russia launched 405 drones and 28 missiles in a campaign aimed at crippling Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, which has faced systematic attacks since the full-scale invasion in 2022. Ukrainian air defense managed to intercept 333 drones and 16 missiles, while the country seeks additional international support to secure energy supplies. This escalation underscores the strategic importance of energy infrastructure in warfare and highlights the humanitarian impact on Ukrainian civilians as they prepare for the harsh winter months.